Chapter 164 Probing
Atlas became busy with work, and his calls and messages became less frequent. I felt lonely and
wondered if he had forgotten about me.
However, just when I’d feel doubt, he’d reach out as if ensuring I didn’t forget him, either. His sweet
gestures reminded me he was still present in my life.
Before I could set up a meeting with Lauren, she called and asked to meet me. We seemed to know each
other’s thoughts. I had to admit that she was capable and had thrived in the “strange circles” in Foswood.
She could dig up dirty little secrets about any VIPs in town.
Lauren had discovered that Echelon Group was currying favors with local bureaucrats to secure the
prized plot of land.
Matthew appeared to be their obedient lackey, and Melanie now led Ardora Construction. She used their
association with Echelon Group to win as many contracts as possible.
The duplex project appeared to be a real deal.
Lauren said, “Integra was the original contractor for the development, and the duplexes were added later.
Matthew had been competing with Integra for the project, and then Damian approached Tanum
Corporation after you had taken over. It must be connected to Matthew, I guess.”
”
With a smile, she said, “Let’s consider it as Matthew doing you a favor. He’s quite a fool, isn’t he?”
Lauren didn’t know that I had secured a substantial project from ATL Empire. No one knew who was
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This story would be interesting if there weren't so many garbled paragraphs. Half sentences and missed paragraphs. It's too much, give us a proper story. I'm done reading...
Atlas literally took Chloe away from Ryan Ryan needs to go back and reinforce to be able to be head-on Caz that's the only place he's lacking...